United Spirits to cut 100 jobs, eyes 200 more as Diageo tightens India cost base
Diageo's Indian arm is trimming roughly 100 roles with up to 200 additional positions under review, following Hyderabad plant closures. The cuts come despite FY26 momentum—7.6% NSV growth, 11.6% Ebitda rise, and 90% prestige+ share—signalling structural rather than performance-led streamlining.
United Spirits is cutting around 100 India jobs, with up to 200 more roles under review, as part of Diageo's global cost-cutting and supply chain overhaul. The layoffs follow Hyderabad plant closures despite strong FY26 premiumisation-led growth.